CONSTRUCTION
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  Professional Certificate in Construction Estimating |
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The Program
Provides an excellent overview of basic and advanced principles of construction estimating and bidding in the construction industry.
No entrance exams are required. Course times are scheduled year-round to be compatible with your work commitments. Each course meets online for ten weeks. Discussions using an online bulletin board afford the opportunity to examine everyday construction challenges shared by others in the construction industry.
The Certificate
To earn the certificate you are required to receive a passing grade in five courses. All courses should be completed within two years of starting the program.
Courses available include: Introduction to Construction Estimating, Essential Construction Math, Construction Blueprint Reading, Estimating and Bidding I, Estimating and Bidding II, and Construction Materials and Processes.
Workplace Benefits
- Be better prepared to succeed at your chosen profession
- Learn from the experts in the various fields of construction
- Advance within your current trade or transition into a new career
Each course costs $525 (after first class, add $20 late fee.)
Location of Classes
This certificate program is held online. Consistent access to the Internet is required.
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 Endorsed by the San Diego Chapter of the American Society of Professional Estimators.
The program advisor, Bob George, has extensive experience in construction estimating and project management and is an active member of several professional organizations. He has instructed in college-level programs throughout San Diego County. In this program, he will present experts in the various fields of construction.
This program is authorized by SDSU's Colleges of Business Administration and Engineering and is endorsed by the San Diego Chapter of the American Society of Professional Estimators.
>> For an online demo go to www.constructionclasses.com/potential_student.htm
 Textbook/course material information is available at www.sdsubookstore.com/es; just use the three-digit extension credit course number when selecting a course (courses are listed under the engineering department).
>> A special refund policy applies, please see Registration Information: Refunds and Withdrawals.
>> View All Online Courses
For additional information please email construction-ces@sdsu.edu
or call (619) 594-5489.
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Courses are offered in cooperation with the San Diego Chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America. |
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 Construction Blueprint Reading |
This course is designed to help participants learn to read the drawings used to communicate information about building construction projects. At the completion of the course, students will have an elementary knowledge of blueprint reading as it relates to building construction projects, and will understand in general terms the design process and the role of design professionals.
Textbook Required
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Instructor: Bob George, CPE.
Extension
Credit Course No. ENGR X-33 (three units)
Schedule No. 09SU 08750 FP
Dates:
June 29-Sept. 5
Location: Online
Fee:
$525 ($545 after June 29) Last day to enroll is July 6
Register online for 09SU 08750 FP
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Construction Materials and Processes |
Examines the materials used to construct a variety of structures, highways, utilities, and residential buildings. Includes terminology; interpretation of plans; and specifications to assure that correct materials are ordered, applied, and utilized. Methods of identifying materials delivered to the job site, methods of handling, quality control procedures for testing, and inspection of private and government work will be emphasized. Special emphasis will be given to the relationship of each material to the Uniform Building Code.
Textbook Required
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Instructor: Bob George (see previous biography)
Extension
Credit Course No. ENGR X-18 (three units)
Schedule No. 09SU 08783 FP
Dates:
June 29-Sept. 5
Location: Online
Fee:
$525 ($545 after June 29) Last day to enroll is July 6
Register online for 09SU 08783 FP
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Essential Construction Math |
This class is intended to develop mathematical skills that can be applied to the construction trade through practice and application. This course is an introduction to other courses in construction. While this class is not a prerequisite for any other classes, it does provide a foundation for them.
Textbook Required
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Instructor: Bob George (see previous biography)
Extension
Credit Course No. ENGR X-35 (three units)
Schedule No. 09SU 08746 FP
Dates:
June 29-Sept. 5
Location: Online
Fee:
$525 ($545 after June 29) Last day to enroll is July 6
Register online for 09SU 08746 FP
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Estimating and Bidding I |
Students will learn estimating problem-solving in general conditions, civil work, concrete, and masonry (excavation, backfill, grading, paving, landscaping, etc.). Hands-on estimating with quantity take-off, pricing, and bidding is stressed. Uniform cost index categories one through four will be covered.
Textbook Required
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Instructor: Bob George (see previous biography)
Extension
Credit Course No. ENGR X-21 (three units)
Schedule No. 09SU 08761 FP
Dates:
June 29-Sept. 5
Location: Online
Fee:
$525 ($545 after June 29) Last day to enroll is July 6
Register online for 09SU 08761 FP
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Estimating and Bidding II |
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This course features hands-on estimating and quantity take-off activities associated with metals, wood, doors and windows, finishes, electrical, and mechanical estimating.
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Instructor: Bob George (see previous biography)
Extension
Credit Course No. ENGR X-22 (three units)
Schedule No. 09SU 08772 FP
Dates:
June 29-Sept. 5
Location: Online
Fee:
$525 ($545 after June 29) Last day to enroll is July 6
Register online for 09SU 08772 FP
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Introduction to Construction Estimating |
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This course will build a foundation of knowledge that the student will use
while estimating virtually any individual trade or project type; organization
of the estimate, types of estimates, elements of an estimate, quantity takeoff
techniques, pricing techniques, adjusting the estimate for a variety of
variable factors; estimating labor, materials, and equipment; and profit and
overhead markups.
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Instructor: Bob George (see previous biography)
Extension
Credit Course No. ENGR X-34 (three units)
Schedule No. 09SU 08735 FP
Dates:
June 29-Sept. 5
Location: Online
Fee:
$525 ($545 after June 29) Last day to enroll is July 6
Register online for 09SU 08735 FP
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April 30, 2009
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